Audit Co-op Intern
KPMG
Audit Co-op Intern
KPMG
Global audit, tax, and advisory services
This posting is for students from Wilfrid Laurier University.
At KPMG in Canada, our people bring their unique perspectives to Canada’s most important challenges. Here, you can build momentum that reaches beyond our business, develop skills for the future, and take ownership of your career with support at every stage. Join a firm where your career can make a difference.
Do work that matters, supported by a community that values difference and cares about you. Gain learning that’ll last you a lifetime and be recognized for the impact you make. With a focus on encouraging employees to come as they are, KPMG provides its employees with a variety of unique tools and support systems that ensure they thrive and make their mark in their career and in their communities. When you join KPMG, you will be enrolled in KPMG’s CPA Training Program, one of the best CPA training programs in Canada.
Our Kitchener-Waterloo Office is seeking a Wilfrid Laurier University undergraduate business, commerce and accounting and finance students who is pursuing their CPA designation to join the team as a Summer 2027 Co-op/Intern as a part of our Audit Practice.
Our Audit Team
As a member of the audit and assurance team at KPMG, you will have the opportunity to work directly with some of today's leading companies, understand their processes, and help them meet evolving financial reporting standards and regulations. KPMG offers audit and assurance services to a variety of clients within different industries and engages with public, private, and not-for-profit clients. Learn more at https://home.kpmg/ca/en/home/services/audit.html
If you would like a sneak peak of what a career in audit and assurance could look like at KPMG, check out our “Experience a Day with KPMG in Canada” program”. (Note: This is an opportunity to enhance your skillset and rest assured it is NOT evaluated as part of our recruitment process.)
What’s in it for you
Our Intern and Co-op program aims to develop the next generation of leaders through challenging and interesting work. During your term, you will gain authentic engagement experience working with client projects across our teams. Along the way, you will broaden your skill set through KPMG’s vast learning and development opportunities that you can take on to your future career.
The national Power Up programming will also provide you with opportunities to learn from our leaders, build a network with other student hires through social events, collaborate with professionals from across KPMG and learn how KPMG supports you in your career journey.
You strive to make a meaningful and positive difference alongside your peers, to work collaboratively and with innovation at the forefront. You’re passionate about being involved in your local community and post-secondary institution and have a proven ability to achieve personal and professional success while being curious as you learn emerging practices and technologies.
How you will succeed
Providing you with the support you need to be at your best
To learn more about how you can thrive with us at the firm, explore life at KPMG in Canada!
To apply:
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Please apply directly to KPMG at Students - KPMG Canada (home.kpmg).
All applications must be received no later than Friday November 27, 2026 by 11:59 local time.
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KPMG Ontario Region Pay Range Information
The expected base salary range for this position is $41,000 to $65,000 and may be eligible for bonus awards. The determination of an applicant’s base salary within this range is based on the individual’s location, skills& competencies, and unique qualifications. In addition, KPMG offers a comprehensive and competitive Total Rewards program.
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KPMG in Canada is a proud equal opportunities employer and we are committed to creating a respectful, inclusive and barrier-free workplace that allows all of our people to reach their full potential. A diverse workforce is key to our success and we believe in bringing your whole self to work. We welcome all qualified candidates to apply and hope you will choose KPMG in Canada as your employer of choice.
Adjustments and accommodations throughout the recruitment process
At KPMG, we are committed to fostering an inclusive recruitment process where all candidates can be themselves and excel. We aim to provide a positive experience and are prepared to offer adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best. Adjustments (informal requests), such as extra preparation time or the option for micro breaks during interviews, and accommodations (formal requests), such as accessible communication supports or technology aids, are tailored to individual needs and role requirements. You will have an opportunity to request an adjustment or accommodation at any point throughout the recruitment process. If you require support, please contact KPMG’s Employee Relations Service team by calling 1-888-466-4778.
AI Usage
We embrace the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance the candidate experience and streamline our recruitment processes. AI tools may help with organizing applications or surfacing relevant qualifications. However, no hiring decisions are made using AI. Every hiring decision is made by our hiring managers and recruitment professionals, who are equipped with training that empowers them to use these tools responsibly. AI technologies used in our recruitment process undergo detailed risk assessments, including security and privacy requirements, that align with KPMG’s Trusted AI framework.
We believe technology should empower human judgment, not replace it. It’s one of the many ways we’re delivering on our vision of being a technology-first, people-driven firm.
KPMG is a global network of independent professional firms that provide Audit, Tax, and Advisory services. Its work involves helping organizations verify financial information, manage tax obligations, and solve business problems through advisory support, risk management, and performance improvement. Services are delivered by cross-border teams across a worldwide network, with an emphasis on consistency and collaboration among member firms. KPMG distinguishes itself through its history as a series of international mergers that created a large, integrated firm with a shared global standard and brand, rather than a single locally owned entity. Its goal is to help clients navigate complex regulations, improve performance, and achieve sustainable growth across multiple markets.
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